Senior Projects Manager

CMD Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CMD Recruitment is seeking a Senior Projects Manager in Bristol to lead the operational delivery of CAT A and CAT B design‑and‑build projects, typically valued from circa £1m to £10m. You will chair the day‑to‑day management with clients, design teams, site teams, consultants and the supply chain, owning the programme and coordinating information.

You will ensure safe, coordinated delivery, solving design and build challenges early while maintaining an exceptional client experience.

Qualifications

• Strong project management experience within UK CAT A and CAT B commercial fit-out, refurbishment or design and build.
• Proven programme management, mobilisation, logistics, design coordination, supply-chain leadership, quality control and handover experience.
• Experience with JCT 2024 Design and Build Contract obligations, change, delay, notice and record requirements; relevant health and safety qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day project lead coordinating client, design team, site team, consultants and supply chain.
• Own the programme, manage design information, and ensure safe, high-quality delivery with minimal surprises.
• Align people and information, solve problems early, and maintain strong client experience while delivering complex projects.

Skills

Project management

Programme coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree or equivalent construction qualification

CIOB membership or equivalent

Job description

Senior Projects Manager

Full Time & Permanent, Bristol, Up to c.£80,000

If you are an experienced Senior Projects Manager with a background in commercial fit-out or design & build, then I would very much like to hear from you!

We are supporting a multi-award winning and dynamic business with a proud company culture in appointing a Senior Projects Manager to lead the operational delivery of CAT A and CAT B design-and-build projects, typically valued from circa £1m to £10m.

You'll be the day-to-day project lead: bringing together the client, design team, site team, consultants and supply chain; owning the programme; coordinating technical & design information; and making sure every project is delivered safely, beautifully and with no avoidable surprises.

This is a role for someone who loves making complex projects feel controlled: aligning people and information, solving problems early and staying close to the detail without losing sight of the client experience.

If you enjoy turning an ambitious workplace design into a safe, coordinated and beautifully finished project, we'd love to hear from you!

Required experience and skills

• Strong project management experience within UK CAT A and CAT B commercial fit-out, refurbishment or design and build.
• Proven experience of programme management, mobilisation, logistics, design coordination, supply-chain leadership, quality control and handover.
• Working knowledge of delivering & administering projects under the JCT 2024 Design and Build Contract, with the ability to recognise obligations, change, delay, notice and record requirements.
• Current role-appropriate health and safety competence and site qualifications.
• A degree, HNC/HND, NVQ or equivalent construction qualification; CIOB membership; SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid; and experience in occupied or higher-risk buildings would all be advantageous.Why join?

You'll be joining a growing company with a strong reputation in the commercial property sector and a genuinely supportive culture.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead distinctive, fast-moving workplace projects and see your decisions translated into real spaces.
• Work closely with senior leadership and talented colleagues across Sales, Design, Commercial and Delivery.
• Help shape clearer project controls, technical coordination and delivery standards as the business grows.
• Develop and mentor junior colleagues while continuing to grow your own project management career.
• Work in a creative, collaborative environment where great delivery and a brilliant client experience matter equally.Most importantly, you'll help ensure the company continues to be a brilliant place to work and a brilliant company to work with.